Let’s have a moment of real talk. Life is fucking hard. You and I didn’t get to midlife without hitting a few bumps in the road. Sure, on the surface your life seems pretty great. You’ve accomplished some amazing things. But dig a little deeper and we’ve been through some shit. I’m talking big T traumas. We armored up and battled through…it’s worked for us…until now. Now, you and I have reached the age where we are done with all the bullshit. Time feels more precious and we have the wisdom t ...
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Leadership positions in corporations are overwhelmingly held by men. Women who want to advance their careers and have equal representation at the table face enormous obstacles in today's society. They are frequently viewed through the lens of stereotypes, making it difficult for them to demonstrate their worth. In response, it's only natural that they keep their heads down and wallow in their insecurities. Don't you wish there was a guidebook for women to use as they enter the workforce? Wit ...
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A paranormal podcast featuring celebrity guests and stories of high strangeness. Hosted by Michael McMillian & Bryce Johnson
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Happy 200th Episode of Brave Women at Work! Can you believe it has been 200 episodes? I can’t! What began as part of my burnout healing journey has evolved into something that brings me immense joy. I want to thank you for being here, whether this is your first episode, you’ve listened to a few here and there, or you’ve been a longtime listener—I a…
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Episode 20 -Theta Healing and the Path to Inner Transformation with Lauren Blagui
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SEND JEN A TEXT Spiritual teacher and Theta Healer Lauren Blagui joins us for an unforgettable journey into the depths of spiritual transformation and healing. From her childhood curiosity about channeling and near death experiences to sharing her own spiritual journey, Lauren's story is one of profound exploration and discovery. Experience the wor…
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Try Something New And Watch How Your Life Unfolds In Wonderful Ways With Churni Bhattacharya
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I have a wonderful repeat guest today, Churni Bhattacharya. Churni and I can talk for hours, and every time I speak with her, I feel like I’m talking with an old friend. Churni has so much wisdom to share in today’s show and her prior appearance, episode 141, which launched on August 31st, 2023. You’ll definitely want to grab a notebook and listen …
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Episode 19 -Unlocking Human Design with Jo Figueras
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SEND JEN A TEXT In this episode of the Halfway to Dead podcast, host Jen Lovell and guest Jo Figueras delve into the transformative journey of human design, particularly in the context of midlife spirituality. They explore the significance of understanding one's human design type—Manifestor, Generator, Manifesting Generator, Projector, and Reflecto…
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Have you ever thought about leadership as a recipe? Imagine adding a dash of this or a pinch of that to create your own unique leadership style. What if you could learn the perfect leadership ingredients from the leaders you encounter throughout your career? I had never considered leadership in this way, but I love this delicious metaphor! My guest…
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Episode 18 -A Journey of Surrender and Self-Love with author Stacey Brown
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SEND JEN A TEXT Can profound spiritual growth arise from life's most heart-wrenching challenges? Meet Stacey Brown, the remarkable author of "Journey to Soul Center: Discovering the Gift of Surrender," who opens up about her metamorphosis from a strict Mormon upbringing and a successful hairdressing career to becoming a spiritual mentor. Stacey's j…
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Are you ready for a firecracker of a conversation with my sister from another mister, Diana Patton, my guest today on the podcast? Diana and I met during an online presentation I was giving for another women’s organization, PINKK, led by another Brave Women at Work podcast guest, Athena Golianis. Athena sure knows how to connect people! There was e…
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SEND JEN A TEXT Ever wondered if your pet's health issue truly warrants an immediate trip to the ER? Join me and the highly knowledgeable Dr. Tyler Lovell as we provide answers to that very question. This episode is packed with practical advice to ensure you take the right steps to keep your pets healthy and safe. Don't miss out on this essential g…
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Episode 16 -The Hidden Struggles of Veterinarians: Unveiling the Emotional Toll and Urgent Need for Compassion
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SEND JEN A TEXT In this podcast we often talk about how part of our midlife spiritual journey is learning to become better f@cking people...this is one of those episodes. Ever wondered why our dedicated veterinarians face such extreme pressures that lead to a high suicide rate? Join me, Jen Lovell, along with my son, Dr. Tyler Lovell, as we unpack …
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Finding Bravery At The Intersection Of Yes And No Amidst Loss With Bryn Freedman
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Sorry to start a show so heavy, but this is one of the most real, raw, and brave interviews I have held in almost 200 episodes of Brave Women at Work. As I will explain in today’s show, I met Bryn Freedman, my guest today, in a most interesting way. On an airplane. What would unfold after that has shocked and awed me. I would like to thank Bryn for…
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Episode 15 -•Becoming a CASA; How YOU Can Support Abused Children in the Foster Care System
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SEND JEN A TEXT In this episode of the Halfway to Dead podcast, host Jen Lovell discusses the importance of supporting children who have suffered abuse and neglect and are in the foster care system. She interviews Kristen Jackson, the Executive Director of the Child Network, who explains two programs: the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) and the Co…
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Ok, let’s start with the elephant in the room. Why am I talking about life insurance on this show? You may think – BORING with a capital B or next podcast! I am asking you to open your mind and listen in. To be a brave woman at work and in your life, I am a firm believer you need to have a solid financial foundation and an understanding of your fin…
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Episode 14 -•Exploring the Healing Power of Animal Reiki with Kelly McCully
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SEND JEN A TEXT Calling all animal lovers!!! In this episode Jen interviews Kelly McCully, a certified animal Reiki practitioner. They discuss the benefits of animal Reiki, the differences between human and animal Reiki, and the importance of consent in working with animals. Kelly shares her experiences working with animals and how Reiki can promot…
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Have you ever thought about your purpose and what that means? What about the company you either work for or run? What is its purpose? According to the Oxford Dictionary, the definition of purpose is “the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.” My guest today, Carol Cone, has been called the purpose queen and un…
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Episode 13 -Divorce in Midlife: You Have the Power to Thrive with guest Denise Brathwaite
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SEND JEN A TEXT Denise shares her personal story of going through a divorce in her 40's after 23 years of marriage. She shares her insights and advice for women going through divorce and starting over in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of taking care of oneself, setting goals, and celebrating small wins. Denise encourages women to create a c…
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As a Type-A overachiever and recovering perfectionist, I will come clean about something: I often override my body’s signals to get one more thing done. How does this look in real life? • It may be squeezing in another hour of work when I am tired and know I should go to bed. • It may be me being consistently late for appointments which causes my h…
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Episode 12 - Meditation for the Modern Mind: Insights From Natalie Brown
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SEND JEN A TEXT In this episode, Natalie Brown shares with Jen her journey, how she was raised as an atheist but became an evangelical Christian, what led her to her spiritual journey, her mental health crisis and how meditation helped her out of it. We also explore the power of mantras, the importance of setting intentions, breathwork techniques, …
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Achieving A Balanced Ego With Mags Bell
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It's a big day at Brave Women at Work! I am excited because I have my first Scottish guest and Australian resident, Mags Bell, joining me today. Besides having a beautiful accent and being a wonderful conversationalist, Mags brings the goods during our show. She is very knowledgeable on all things related to mindset and confidence, which are founda…
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Episode 11 -The Path of Spiritual Awakening with Heather Danielle
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SEND JEN A TEXT Spiritual awakening is a powerful moment when you start to see life in a new way, feeling deeply connected to the world around you. It is like waking up from a dream, where you become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and the true meaning of life. This experience often leads to inner peace and a strong desire to live with purpo…
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Strengths Over Weaknesses: Demystifying The CliftonStrengths Assessment With Dr. Cheryl Lovell
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To be a strong leader and a brave woman at work, I am confident that we need to know what our strengths are and how to harness them. I don’t know about you, but for the longest time I thought I needed to shore up my weaknesses to be “right” for a particular role. On top of that, I was convinced I had to know everything about the role too, all the i…
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SEND JEN A TEXT Hop in and ride shotgun with Jen today...solo! In this episode Jen shares some podcast stats, and answers the questions listeners have been asking. Find out what Jen thinks is the most important thing you need to do at the beginning of your spiritual journey. Jen has been there, and she shares the things she has found most helpful i…
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Unveiling The Leadership Waterline: Margie Olson On Building High-Performing Teams With Emotional Maturity
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Have you ever wondered if we can get better and more high-performing as leaders and teams with time? Like a fine wine? With the proper ingredients, support from our companies, and the work we do on ourselves, we can reach a new level of emotional maturity. With this emotional maturity, we don’t stand behind our egos as they lead. We stand with humi…
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Episode 9 -Unlocking Inner Freedom: The Midlife Journey of Self-Work with Tianna Roser
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SEND JEN A TEXT Part of our midlife spiritual journey is doing the work, whether it’s healing your inner child, doing shadow work, or forgiveness. This requires courage and vulnerability, but the rewards are profound. It leads to a deeper understanding of who we are, greater emotional resilience, and the ability to live more authentically. By facin…
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Have you ever been afraid to speak up at work for fear of being labeled bossy, pushy, or aggressive? I have, and for the longest time, I stayed quiet because of it. I was too busy criticizing my own thoughts and worrying about what others thought, rather than sharing my ideas, asking questions, or stating my opinions based on my education and exper…
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Episode 8 - Tapping Into Your Intuition with Laura Marie
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SEND JEN A TEXT Intuition is a powerful innate ability that serves as our inner compass and guide. It manifests as subtle nudges, gut feelings, and inexplicable knowings that can profoundly impact our decision-making and life experiences. By cultivating and trusting our intuition, we can tap into a deeper wisdom that transcends logical reasoning, l…
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According to a Harvard Business Review Study, 40% of executives and leaders are introverted. Korn Ferry completed a similar study, and in their study, they found that 40-50% of leaders are introverted. So, what does this mean? It means that it is important to talk about this because if you are an introverted employee or people leader at work, the c…
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Episode 7- QHHT: A Path to Spiritual Awakening and Healing with Amy Craver
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SEND JEN A TEXT Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) is a transformative tool for spiritual awakening and healing. It facilitates deep self-discovery, allowing us to access our inner wisdom and innate healing abilities. By diving into past life experiences and uncovering the root causes of physical, emotional, and spiritual imbalances, QHHT pr…
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Who knew that I would be so excited to talk about perimenopause and menopause today? The truth is, I have been searching for the right expert to chat with about this important topic. And Georgie Kovacs, my guest today, is exactly the right person to lead us through this. Why? Well, selfishly, I am in perimenopause, and I want to understand how to d…
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Episode 6 - Preparing for Your First Reading with a Medium: Insights from Laura Marie
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SEND JEN A TEXT Have you ever thought of reaching out to loved ones who have crossed over through a reading with a medium? Getting your first mediumship reading can be both scary and exciting and it’s important to approach the reading with an open heart and mind to create a receptive and positive atmosphere for spiritual connections to unfold. Ever…
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For my U.S. listeners, Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate the holiday, it has me thinking about personal and professional freedom. And even better yet, it motivated me to do a solo show. It’s been a while! Hopefully, you will hear more solo shows from me going forward. Today’s show will focus on my top tips for freedom in five areas of your life: M…
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Episode 5- Unlocking Your Body’s Healing Potential with Micki Abels
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SEND JEN A TEXT Healing and activating our body's ability to heal itself begins with understanding the connection between our mind and body. Our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs play a crucial role in shaping our physical health. Self-awareness, cultivating a positive mindset, and adopting practices such as meditation, visualization, and mindfulness…
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Empower Yourself, Empower Your Team: The Power Of Knowing Yourself As A Leader With Christy Pretzinger
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Since getting back from a season of heavy travel, I have been bombarded with to-dos and meetings. It’s like I’m being penalized for taking a vacation. Have you ever felt this way? I’m in a blizzard of activities this summer at work and with the kids, that I find I’m breathing a bit shallower and not paying attention to what I need to say yes and no…
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SEND JEN A TEXT Midlife can be a time of profound inner transformation. As we navigate the challenges and changes of this stage, the path of inner healing becomes increasingly vital. However, through practices like meditation, Reiki, and sound baths, we can access the deep wells of our inner healing, wisdom, and self-understanding. These allow us t…
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Episode 2 - Accessing Akashic Records for Direction and Clarity in Life with Jo Figueras
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SEND JEN A TEXT Do you want direction and clarity during times of uncertainty, transitions, and stuckness? Accessing Akashic records to understand past lives is one of the keys. The Akashic records are believed to be a vast store of information about everything that ever happened to one’s life that can be tapped to find direction and understanding.…
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SEND JEN A TEXT Energy, in its many forms, is the fundamental force that drives life and the universe. It manifests in various ways, from the physical energy that powers our bodies to the energy fields that influence our emotional and spiritual well-being. Just like anything else, energy needs to be balanced and aligned to maintain health and harmo…
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Episode 1 - A Journey Inward: Mastering the Art of Meditation with Micki Abels
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SEND JEN A TEXT Is mindfulness a midlife superpower? Absolutely. Midlife is a period of reflection and transformation, where most of us as women seek deeper meaning and balance in our lives. Meditation, mindfulness, and prayer can be invaluable tools in this journey, as they provide a sanctuary from the stresses of daily life, allowing us to reconn…
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SEND JEN A TEXT Just a short little heart-to-heart from Halfway To Dead's host Jen Lovell. Take a quick listen and then jump right into the episodes! Halfway To Dead Podcast Website: https://halfwaytodeadpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559738033030 email: Jen@HalfwayToDeadPodcast.com…
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So, I met today’s guest, Dominique Luster, at a Women’s Leadership Retreat in Lake Las Vegas earlier this year. I took Dominique’s workshop, Your Mother’s Mother’s Mother, which I found fascinating. The premise of the workshop was to learn how to start tracing the powerful lineage of the women in our family, so we can better understand our brave ro…
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Quick personal update here. This year, I have been telling people that I am living my best life. During COVID and even beyond, I feel like I was holding back just a little bit and not really going for it. By going for it, I mean take the trip, eat the gelato, make the call, take the action. Yes, I was making an effort, but a little bit of my magic …
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Be A Boundary Badass: Create A Healthy And Fulfilling Relationship Personally And Professionally With Jan And Jillian Yuhas
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Do you ever feel like you're constantly giving in to others' needs, but your own go unmet? Are you tired of conversations that leave you feeling unheard and undervalued? Boundaries are the key to creating healthy, fulfilling relationships. Today, Jan and Jillian Yuhas, the authors of Boundary Badass: A Powerful Method for Elevating Your Value and R…
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When I was coming up in the ranks of corporate, I didn’t know what I was doing. I faced inordinate amounts of Imposter Syndrome and fear. I didn’t have the mental capacity to make purposeful decisions to put self-care at the forefront of my routine, to know what to say yes and no to, to have boundaries, and to determine what type of leader I would …
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Closing The Power Gap: Growth Opportunities For Administrative Professionals With Jamie Vanek
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Let’s start with a story. Many years ago, I started as an operations specialist to support a team of financial advisors. (If you are new to Brave Women at Work, I have been in the financial services industry for over 20 years.) After my first day on the job, my husband asked me where I was sitting in the building. To this day, I don’t know what pro…
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The Secret To Building A Productive Workplace With Lori-Ann Duguay
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Are you ready for this statistic? On average, we spend 90,000 hours at work throughout our lives. This represents over 1/3 of our lives. If we spend that much time at work, I’m sure you would agree that we want to be happy while doing it. But many times, we stay in jobs because we are comfortable, we have golden handcuffs, and more. We may not fact…
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SEND JEN A TEXT Halfway To Dead Podcast Website: https://halfwaytodeadpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559738033030 email: Jen@HalfwayToDeadPodcast.comDi Jen Lovell
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As a mid-career professional, what has your experience been working with or leading Gen Z employees? How would you manage and work with Gen Z employees? My guest today, Stephanie Joong, is a friend and colleague who shares her experiences with Gen Z employees and co-workers. Since Stephanie is a millennial and I am Gen X, I thought it would be help…
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Claim Your Vixen Voice: Schedule Less, Achieve More With April Roberts
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Hello everyone! How are you doing out there? I wanted to provide you all with a personal update. It’s been a whirlwind so far this year. We’ve done some remodeling on our house after having some water damage issues for the last several years. I traveled to Las Vegas in February to co-host a women’s leadership retreat. And now, I am about to go to E…
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So, we talk about superheroes with their superpowers in the movies, in books, and when playing with toys with our kids. We may have even believed we had the ability to authentically be ourselves and claim what makes us special and unique, what makes us stand out from the rest of the crowd. Then we grow up and stop believing in make believe and a lo…
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Here’s what I thought about my career in my twenties. I need to get a job so I can leave on my own and prove to my mom and myself that I am an adult. In my thirties, here’s what I was thinking about. I need to hustle and work hard. I’m not stopping until I get to the top. And then I hit my forties, and something shifted. Yes, I am still ambitious, …
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Study shows that color is a powerful communication tool used to signal action, influence mood, and influence physiological reactions. The colors yellow, red, and orange sometimes trigger our appetite, which is why fast-food chains use those colors to paint their establishments. But who knew that color could be a healing tool? In this episode, Heath…
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Career Story: Experience Career Velocity During Times Of Professional Transition With Gina Riley
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Crafting a career story goes beyond just listing your work experiences on a resume. It’s about weaving a compelling narrative that showcases your skills, experiences, and aspirations in a way that resonates with potential employers. In this episode, Gina Riley, the Creator of CareerVelocity System, shares her insights on the importance of crafting …
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